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Foreign direct investment screening in Australia, the United States, the United Kingdom, Japan and the European Union: recent reforms

Foreign direct investment screening in Australia, the United States, the United Kingdom, Japan and the European Union: recent reforms

Introduction Foreign direct investment (FDI) has come under increasing scrutiny by developed economies in recent years. What was once thought of as an enabling tool for economic growth, innovation...

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Celebrating student excellence at Prize Night 2025

Celebrating student excellence at Prize Night 2025

The United States Studies Centre at the University of Sydney was proud to host its annual Student Prize Night, recognising the outstanding achievements of students across our American Studies and ...

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Celebrating student excellence at Prize Night 2025

Celebrating student excellence at Prize Night 2025

The United States Studies Centre at the University of Sydney was proud to host its annual Student Prize Night, recognising the outstanding achievements of students across our American Studies and ...

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US Government to shut down after Trump and Congress fail to reach deal

US Government to shut down after Trump and Congress fail to reach deal

Republican and Democratic proposals to fund the US Government failed to pass in the US Senate, effectively shutting down the government. Non-resident senior fellow at the United States Studies Cen...

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Operationalising Strategic Communications: Developing Australia’s next sovereign capability

Operationalising Strategic Communications: Developing Australia’s next sovereign capability

“Statecraft also requires the utilisation of all elements of national power… [including] a consistent strategic narrative.” 2023 Defence Strategic Review In recent decades, the strategic security...

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Explainer | United States Studies Centre

Explainer | United States Studies Centre

Unpacking Trump 2.0 As the second Trump administration rapidly advances its agenda, the landscape of US domestic and foreign policy is undergoing profound change. This report sees experts from th...

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